Maintenance Lead

Wendover Management • Atlanta, GA

10d

About The Position

Join Wendover as a Maintenance Lead – Be the Difference Behind the Scenes At Wendover Management, we believe our communities thrive when our people do. We're looking for a hands-on, service-driven Maintenance Lead to join our team and bring their expertise to a vibrant family community in a role that blends leadership, technical skill, and purpose. This role is for someone who takes pride in quality work, builds trust through action, and sees every service call as a chance to make someone’s day better. If you're energized by meaningful work, team collaboration, and creating safe, beautiful homes, we’d love to meet you. What You’ll Do You’ll be the heartbeat of our community’s day-to-day operations—ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. In partnership with the Community Manager, you'll lead maintenance operations while mentoring a team, modeling ownership, and delivering value with every task.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 4+ years of multifamily maintenance experience
• HVAC certification required
• Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) preferred
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) preferred
• Strong knowledge of appliance repair, light carpentry, plumbing, drywall, and painting
• Driver’s license and vehicle required based on community needs
• A problem-solver with a strong work ethic, professional presence, and a heart for service
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, people-centered environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, property management software, maintenance tracking software

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) preferred
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) preferred
• bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of community maintenance, including general repairs, preventive care, and apartment turns
• Supervise and support maintenance team members, including scheduling and daily coordination
• Respond to resident service requests with urgency, professionalism, and care
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, appliances, electrical systems, irrigation, and more
• Prepare vacant apartments to welcome new residents with excellence
• Identify and resolve safety or hazard concerns across the community
• Maintain inventory, manage maintenance budget, and order supplies efficiently
• Foster a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support emergency and weather-related response needs as required
• Promote a collaborative culture rooted in respect, ownership, and accountability

Benefits

• Compensation includes base pay plus performance-based bonuses.
• Medical Insurance: Wendover covers 90% of the associate-only premium up to a select plan level
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) for HDHP plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental and emotional well-being
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Additional time off for community engagement or personal development
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% company match up to 3% of your salary
• Rent Discounts at select Wendover communities
• Ongoing Learning & Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for Career Advancement and Leadership Growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees